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train_7201 | Marmaduke: Hey man, you wanna buy some weed?
Gladi: Some what?
Marmaduke: Weed! You know? Pot, Ganja, Mary Jane some chronic!
Gladi: Oh, umm, no thanks.
Marmaduke: I also have blow if you prefer to do a few lines.
Gladi: No, I am ok, really.
Marmaduke: Come on man! I even got dope and acid! Try some!
Gladi: Do you real... | Marmaduke tries to sell drugs to Gladi, then Marmaduke is arrested by Gladi. |
train_7202 | Reeva: guess what? I've got great news!
Oona: what is it?
Reeva: well, you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader, right?
Oona: yes.
Reeva: well, the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for h... | Reeva'll become the assistant editor for the editor-in-chief because the columnist will be going on pregnancy leave. Oona's looking forward to reading Reeva's column and they decide to celebrate by going to the library festival. |
train_7203 | Shay: Shall we share a taxi?
Maggy: Where are you heading now?
Shay: I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road. It is very close to your house.
Maggy: Is that the university next to the Teachers' College?
Shay: That's the one.
Maggy: You mean we'll share the taxi?
Shay: Yeah. If we share the cab, it'll be che... | Shay requests Maggy to share a taxi and Maggy agrees. |
train_7204 | Jeanna: I heard that you finished my home inspection, and I was wondering how it went.
Reilly: First of all, we need to understand what I was looking for. Do you know what the purpose of an inspection is?
Jeanna: I am not sure what a home inspection is all about.
Reilly: I went there to check for problems with the home... | Reilly explains to Jeanna what a home inspection is all about and tells Jeanna there were no major problems when Reilly inspected Jeanna's new home. |
train_7205 | Antonio: I'd like to request some more amenities.
Fran: Amenities? What do you mean by amenities, sir?
Antonio: Well, the free stuff! You know the soap, lotion, shampoo, etc.
Fran: I see. Sir, if I may ask. Have you used up all the amenities in your room?
Antonio: Not at all. I still have enough for the next few days.
... | Antonio asks Fran for some free stuff as souvenirs. Fran'll call housekeeping to bring some amenities. |
train_7206 | Jennine: Two people were robbed last night near the park.
Rayner: Again? The area around the park is too dark at night. There should be more lights there.
Jennine: I am afraid of the dark. I don't feel safe in the dark. I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me.
Rayner: Your feelings might be right. You should ... | Jennine and Rayner talk about the robbery last night. They
think they should be more careful. |
train_7207 | Mary: That's right. And I'm going to be Vice President of Marketing.
Zina: Way to go, Mary. A lot has happened during the last few months, hasn't it?
Mary: You can say that again!
Zina: What's up with Vince and Elvin?
Mary: They work for Zina now.
Zina: And they're happy with that?
Mary: They're in awe of her. After th... | Mary tells Zina that she'll become Vice President of Marketing as Vince and Elvin work for Zina now. |
train_7208 | Jeremy: Hi, Michelle. Do you need to use the photocopier?
Michelle: Oh, hi Jeremy. No please, go ahead. So how are you, Jeremy? I was talking to Linda about you only last week.
Jeremy: Oh, I'm fine, thanks. I'm super busy with work actually. Did you hear about the Lawson contract?
Michelle: No, tell me more.
Jeremy: We... | Jeremy tells Michelle something about his work while he's using the photocopier. |
train_7209 | Issie: How do you like Korea?
Coralyn: I like it. It's a beautiful country.
Issie: What part of the visit excited you most?
Coralyn: The best island of Korea-Jizhou island.
Issie: Why?
Coralyn: Attractive scenery, pleasant climate, these make it charming.
Issie: Yes, I think so. But there is also something terrible.
Co... | Coralyn likes the attractive scenery and pleasant climate of Korea-Jizhou island, but Issie thinks the traffic there is busy. |
train_7210 | Issie: What did you think of the teambuiding session this morning? Do you think it did much good?
Jacinta: Well, a lot of the games were pretty silly. I don't know how much it helped us to be a better team, but i think everyone had a good time.
Issie: I think that's an important part of it all. . . we've got to be able... | Jacinta thinks the games in the teambuilding session were pretty silly while Issie thinks it is important for bonding a team. Trust game was Jacinta's favorite while Issie liked personality tests. |
train_7211 | Li: Hello, Bobby, It seems that I can't arrive at your home by 12 o'clock.
Bobby: What happened? We're all expecting you, Hans, Dick, Archie. . .
Li: I'm so sorry, I've been held up by the damn traffic jam for half an hour. I'd have arrived but for that.
Bobby: I see. Where are you now, Li?
Li: Thirty meters ahead is t... | Li tells Bobby that Li's stuck in the traffic jam and will be late for dinner. Bobby will put off the dinner till one o'clock. |
train_7212 | Sonya: Thanks for the pizza. It was delicious.
Raquel: It's okay.
Sonya: Next time, it's on me.
Raquel: Don't be silly.
Sonya: I'm serious.
Raquel: Alright. Next time, we can try some other flavors.
Sonya: Certainly. The vegetarian pizza looks pretty good. It must be very delicious.
Raquel: Definitely. I really like It... | Sonya thanks Raquel for the pizza. They'll try some other flavors next time. |
train_7213 | Latrena: Mm. . . How do I get this ticket machine to work?
Tobie: Well first put your money in.
Latrena: Ok, I'Ve done that.
Tobie: Then just press this button.
Latrena: Oh it's printed the ticket already. Thank you very much.
Tobie: You're welcome. | Tobie tells Latrena how to use the ticket machine. |
train_7214 | Bradly: Mom, I hate eating vegetables!
Mom: You don't have to eat them. I don't mind.
Bradly: Thanks, Mom. Can I have dessert now? I love chocolate cake.
Mom: No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables.
Bradly: But I don't like them. It's not fair.
Mom: You can have some fruits for dessert. If you eat an ... | Bradly's mom doesn't let Bradly have desserts unless Bradly eats all the vegetables, but Bradly hates broccoli and cauliflower. Bradly's mom will remember that next time. |
train_7215 | Theada: What's the matter, dear?
Lisa: Something awful happened. We went to the Portobello Road, and someone stole my handbag.
Theada: Oh, dear. Did you lose a lot of money?
Lisa: No. Only a few pounds. But my passport was in the bag. That'what I'm really worry about.
Theada: You must tell the embassy about it. And I t... | Lisa tells Theada she's upset because her bag with her passport was stolen. Theada suggests she report to the police and tell the embassy about it. |
train_7216 | Hershel: Hello. What can I do for you?
Susie: Hello. I'm here to get my salary.
Hershel: I see. Do you have your Current All-in-one Passbook with you? I'll need your password for this transaction.
Susie: No problem.
Hershel: And how much of your salary would you like?
Susie: I think just 3, 000 RMB will be enough. | Hershel assists Susie in withdrawing Susie's salary. |
train_7217 | Lola: I think if I'm going to find a job, I'll look over the job board.
Arlana: Well, there's no doubt that lots of people have found employment in the help wanted section.
Lola: Right, so I picked up a copy of the Sunday Globe this morning.
Arlana: Did you get a copy of the Herald too?
Lola: No, why should I? The Glob... | Lola picked up a copy of the Sunday Globe to find a job in the help wanted section and Arlana suggests Lola pick up Herald too. |
train_7218 | Tom: Excuse me, are you Sara Wilson?
Sara Wilson: Yes, I am. You must be Tom. Nice to meet you.
Tom: Nice to meet you too. Let me help you with your bags.
Sara Wilson: Be careful, Tom. Those are pretty heavy.
Tom: Wow, you're not kidding. Hold on a second. Hello, could you give us a hand, please? | Tom helps Sara Wilson with her heavy bag. |
train_7219 | Steven: Peter? This is Steven from China. I've got the document you want.
Peter: Great. Send it to me by FedEx tomorrow morning. Or better, call Federal Express for a pick-up. That way I'll get it even earlier.
Steven: That'll cost me a fortune.
Peter: Don't worry about that. I'll reimburse you as soon as I receive the... | Steven from China phones Peter to tell him the availability of the document. Peter requests Steven to send it to him and he will reimburse Steven. |
train_7220 | Bobby: Dad, can you buy a new camera? My old one has gone west.
Udell: What? I gave it to you only 3 months ago.
Bobby: So, you didn't buy a good one for me. This time how about a better one?
Udell: Ok, son. I think I'Ve go to tell you the truth. My company has gone out and I'm now out of job. If you want a new camera,... | Bobby requests Bobby's dad to buy a better camera, Bobby's dad tells Bobby to earn money himself because he is out of job. |
train_7221 | Ricky: What can I help you with today?
Bridgett: My washing machine isn't working.
Ricky: What's the problem?
Bridgett: The water will not drain.
Ricky: Is there anything else wrong with it?
Bridgett: No, that's it.
Ricky: I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like.
Bridgett: When will you be able to fix it?
Ri... | Bridgett's washing machine isn't working properly. Ricky'll come down this afternoon to fix it. |
train_7222 | Bekki: Can I help you?
Orel: Yes, do you have any rooms available?
Bekki: A single?
Orel: No. I need a double and three triples. My family is waiting for me in the car.
Bekki: Please fill out this form, sir.
Orel: Ok. . . Here you are.
Bekki: Here are your keys. Check out time is noon.
Orel: Is breakfast included?
Bekk... | Orel checks in for a room for his family with Bekki's assistance. |
train_7223 | Cathy: May I sit here?
Averil: I'm afraid this seat is taken.
Cathy: Oh, is it? Thank you anyway.
Averil: You're welcome. If you ask the conductor when he comes by, he should help you find one.
Cathy: Thank you. | Averil tells Cathy the seat isn't available and suggests Cathy ask the conductor. |
train_7224 | Colleen: Tomorrow is Sunday. Let's go out and get some fresh air.
Jeff: I know there is a beautiful farm in the countryside near Taipei. Are you interested in going there?
Colleen: why not? I love animals and I love nature.
Jeff: You can see many cows and horses there. lf you are brave enough, you can try horseback rid... | Colleen invites Jeff to go to a farm in the countryside near Taipei together tomorrow. Colleen tells Jeff about the activities they can do there and they plan to try fishing and horseback riding. |
train_7225 | Darren: That was really a nightmare!
Jacquenette: Honey, what's up?
Darren: I was stuck between 15th and 16th floors in the elevator.
Jacquenette: Oh, really? I know that telephone signal must have been shielded in the elevator shaft, so what did you do then?
Darren: I pressed the emergency button! And then I stayed in... | Darren tells Jacquenette Darren's terrible experience of being stuck in the elevator. Darren'll call the property management and make complaints so they can improve their service. |
train_7226 | Sidoney: Hello. This is the front desk. What can I do for you?
Emmery: Hi. I'm calling from Room 209. I couldn't find the TV Guide. Can you send me one, please?
Sidoney: Sure. Anything else?
Emmery: Yes. There is one more thing.
Sidoney: Go ahead, please.
Emmery: The mini bar door was open when I checked in. I didn't u... | Sidoney phones the front desk for a TV guide and a check-out of the minibar. |
train_7227 | Dennie: Hello there, Sir. I've dealt with you before, haven't I?
Accountant Peters: You remember me! Yes, I'm with Li Wang Enterprises ; I'm the Accountant Peters.
Dennie: Yes, of course, Mr. Peters! Good to see you again. What can we do for you today?
Accountant Peters: Well, we've just acquired a new business so we n... | Dennie remembers Peters from previous experience. Dennie explains Agent Services as Peters's particularly interested in it. |
train_7228 | Sue: I'm Sue from Daily Magazine. We're doing a study of transport service in this area. Can you answer some questions?
Sybille: How long will it take? I'm in a hurry.
Sue: It takes only a few minutes.
Sybille: Yes. OK.
Sue: Do you live near the place of your work?
Sybille: Oh, no, I don't.
Sue: Do you live one to five... | Sybille answers some questions from Sue from Daily Magazine for a study of transport service in the area. |
train_7229 | Jessie: This is a great jacket, but look at the price! HK $600! It's too expensive!
Micky: No, wait, it's pretty reasonalbe. You're thinking in Hong Kong dollars, not US dollars. It's only about 100 US dollars.
Jessie: You're right. | Jessie misreads the Hong Kong dollars into the US dollar for a jacket and Micky corrects him. |
train_7230 | Tawnya: Did you see the late night film on television yesterday?
Jocelyne: The one on Channel 8?
Tawnya: No, on Channel 5. It was about a couple who hitch-hiked across the Sahara desert.
Jocelyne: No. I didn't. Was it any good?
Tawnya: Well, it was quite good, I suppose, but all those miles of sand did get a bit boring... | Tawnya tells Jocelyne about the late-night film on Channel 5 yesterday. Jocelyne tells Tawnya that Jocelyne went out with friends to a Greek restaurant and then they talk about what food they like. |
train_7231 | Kitty: How are you getting on, White? Are you still working for the Merry Lynch Bank?
White: Yes, Kitty, that's right.
Kitty: I suppose you know quite a lot about banking by now, don't you?
White: Oh, yes. To tell you the truth, I'm a bit tired of it.
Kitty: Really? Isn't it good to work in a bank?
White: You know I've... | White tells Kitty he's tired of working at the bank. He's thinking of beginning his own business and he'll borrow some money from another bank. |
train_7232 | Nealy: Hi, Susan, Where were you at lunch time?
Susan: Oh, sorry to miss you. But my thirst for knowledge was greater than my stomach for food.
Nealy: I never have that problem. So where were you?
Susan: My science class ran over. | Susan tells Nealy that she had a science class so she missed Susan at lunch. |
train_7233 | Giles: Hello. Are you the person who has a house for sale?
Jolene: Yes, I am.
Giles: Well, the advertisement says it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, just what I need for my family of six. May I ask how much you want for it?
Jolene: I prefer not to talk about the price on the phone, but let's say it's around 150,... | Giles phones Jolene to inquire about the price of the house. Jolene says it's about 150,000 dollars with a 40000-dollar down payment. Giles'll come to see the house. |
train_7234 | Reynolds: Waitress! I think there's something wrong with our bill.
Waitress: No, I don't think so...$10 for the drinks, 15 for the small plate, and 20 for the main dish.
Reynolds: What? I knew the cheese sticks were 15. I always order cheese sticks, but I thought the main dish was $10.
Waitress: Oh, that explains it. Y... | Waitress helps Reynolds figure out what's wrong with Reynolds's bill. It turns out that Reynolds ordered the sea cucumbers which Reynolds thought was vegetable, but they are seafood. Waitress'll talk to the manager about it. |
train_7235 | Andy: What's the matter, Paul?
Paul: Can you believe this? I locked my keys in the car, and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt.
Andy: So, what are you going to do?
Paul: I don't know . . . Hey, do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours?
Andy: I'm sorry, but I really need it this afternoon.
P... | Paul locked his keys and wallet in the car but he has to pick up his aunt from the airport. Andy agrees to drive Paul home and lends him a quarter for the phone. |
train_7236 | Hildy: Can you help me find a pan?
Adrianne: Are you looking for a small, medium, or large pan?
Hildy: I want a big pan.
Adrianne: Does this one look big enough?
Hildy: Yes, it's the right size, but it weighs too much.
Adrianne: Well, what do you think of the aluminum pan?
Hildy: It's light enough, but the handle... | Adrianne assists Hildy in finding a big pan for cooking. Hildy buys an aluminum pan with a heat-resistant handle |
train_7237 | Steve Saunders: Hi there, I'm Steve Saunders. What's your name?
Patti Whitney: I'm Patti Whitney. Isn't this convention great?
Steve Saunders: Yes it is, better than I expected it would be. The presenters have been first rate. Is this the first conference you've been to?
Patti Whitney: No, I've been coming for the l... | Steve and Patti meet at the conference and they start to share some basic information about themselves. |
train_7238 | Cristi: Good morning, Mr. Montgomery. I've been sent over from purchasing to fill in for Clare Williams.
Mr. Montgomery: Oh, really? Nice to meet you. I thought they were going to leave me here on my own! How long have you been with the company?
Cristi: Oh, about seven years. Time flies, you know!
Mr. Montgomery: Do... | Cristi tells Mr. Montgomery Cristi has been sent over to fill in for Clare Williams. They get started with work at once. |
train_7239 | Fanchon: When you are in a restaurant you want the waiter to bring the bill, what do you do to attract his attention?
Rufe: I just make eye contact with him and nod my head. Then I tell him when he comes over to the table. Why do you ask?
Fanchon: I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I no... | Fanchon and Rufe discuss how to ask for the bill in the restaurant. Rufe tells Fanchon what Rufe did last night. Fanchon asks Rufe to help lift the sofa. |
train_7240 | Kalvin: how did you do on your IELTS exam?
Shaylyn: fantastic! I got an overall score of eight.
Kalvin: that's excellent! Have you received your conditional offers yet?
Shaylyn: yes. I'm just waiting until I offically get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa.
Kalvin: do you know ... | Shaylyn got a good result on the IELTS test and Shaylyn's going to apply for the visa. Kalvin asks Shaylyn some questions that visa officers would usually ask and offers to help Shaylyn prepare for the visa interview. |
train_7241 | Steven Smith: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
Webb: Yes, I would like to check in.
Steven Smith: Do you have a reservation?
Webb: Yes, my name is Steven Smith. I have a reservation from October 2nd to October 6th. I called last week.
Steven Smith: Wait a moment, please. Oh, yes, Steven Smith. It's for a single room... | Steven Smith had a reservation and checks in with Steven Smith's assistance. Steven Smith tells Steven where the restaurant is. |
train_7242 | Ambros: Well, I'm afraid my cooking isn't to your taste.
Bryce: Actually, I like it very much.
Ambros: I'm glad you enjoy it. Let me serve you some more fish.
Bryce: No, thank you. I've had enough fish, but I'd like some soup.
Ambros: Here it is. Help yourself.
Bryce: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. ... | Bryce admires Ambros's cooking. Ambros's happy with that and invites Bryce to bring his wife next time. |
train_7243 | Britni: Did you catch the mouse yet? I know you wanted to get rid of it before your mom comes to stay with you.
Karsten: I didn't. 2 weeks of planning and nothing. My mom always wants the house to be clean. I don't want her to know I had a mouse here. She would be so uncomfortable.
Britni: Well, the traps usually work ... | Karsten tells Britni Karsten has tried several ways to catch the mouse but failed. If Britni still can't catch it before Britni's mom comes, Britni'll make up a story. |
train_7244 | Marlyn: Mike, I'm calling to ask you if you go for a walk with me at the park tonight.
Mike: That depends. I will go to the cinema with Tom this afternoon. If I come back early, I will take a walk with you.
Marlyn: When is the movie over?
Mike: At about 5:00 o'clock.
Marlyn: Well, give me a call around 5:30 pm and tell... | Marlyn invites Mike to go for a walk tonight, but Mike'll go to a movie with Tom. Mike will tell Marlyn his plan around 5:30 pm. |
train_7245 | Tommy: Hey, Susie. What are you doing?
Susie: Hi, Tommy. I'm making a list for our club. We are raising money for the children's home. They need a new kitchen.
Tommy: You'll need a lot of money for that. How are you raising money?
Susie: Last month, we sold homemade cookies. We had a yard sale last week as well. We've ... | Susie tells Tommy her club's raising money for the children's home and they have done various sales and have gotten some donations. Tommy suggests a car wash raise the fund. |
train_7246 | Rhett: Hello, Steven. How do you get along with your job?
Steven: Actually, I learn many things from it. I find that I am a quick learner in new things.
Rhett: Practice makes perfect. By the way, what do you learn from your job?
Steven: At first I didn't know anything about the machine. Now I know how to operate it. Be... | Steven tells Rhett he learns many things and gets a sense of fulfillment and achievement from his job. |
train_7247 | Estrella: This position demands a higher writing ability, so please say something about your writing ability.
Michail: Of course. I've loved writing since I was a very little boy. I won the first prize in a national composition contest when I was in middle school. After attending Nanjing University, I never give up wri... | Michail tries to prove his writing ability by introducing his writing experience, his publishments, and his work experience as a part-time journalist. |
train_7248 | Kate: What's up? You sound a little down in dumps.
Mike: I quarreled with my roommate last night. He is really stubborn.
Kate: Calm down! Shouting won ' t help?
Mike: He is really outrageous.
Kate: What happened?
Mike: I went back home last night. You know tired as a dog, so I took a quick shower and went to bed. I cou... | Mike quarreled with his roommate Brian last night because Brian shouted at him when Mike asked Brian to turn his stereo down. Kate advises him to say sorry first and casually mention the problem after that, but Mike is too angry to do that. |
train_7249 | Tremayne: I find it really hard to express myself in class. I have lots of ideas, but they never seem to come out of my mouth.
Meredith: let me give you a little advice. You know what the topics are going to be, so prepares what you would like to say in advance.
Tremayne: I often do, but I ' m worried about the respons... | Tremayne finds it really hard to express the ideas in class because Tremayne worries about the responses from others. Meredith gives Tremayne some suggestions and offers to chat about the topic with Tremayne before class. |
train_7250 | Katleen: Mike! Look at the floor!
Mike: What's wrong with it?
Katleen: What's wrong with it? It's filthy!
Mike: Oh...
Katleen: It's filthy because you never wipe your shoes.
Mike: Sorry, love.
Katleen: What are you looking for now?
Mike: My cigarettes.
Katleen: Well, they ' re not here. They are in the dustbin.
Mike: I... | Katleen blames Mike for making the floor filthy and throws Mike's cigarettes away. |
train_7251 | Marsha Black: Hi, Bill. It's Marsha Black at MPPD Ltd. How are you?
Bill: Hello, Marsha. I'm great and you?
Marsha Black: Not too bad at all. Do you have a minute?
Bill: Sure, what can I do for you?
Marsha Black: We're ready to place our Christmas order and we need a formal bid.
Bill: So this is a real thing?
Marsha Bl... | Marsha calls Bill to ask him to prepare a formal bid ASAP to place their Christmas order. Bill asks for a week to get his pencil sharp. |
train_7252 | Remington: Have you ever been shopping at Whole Foods?
Camala: No, I haven't. Is the food good there?
Remington: They have the freshest foods there.
Camala: I usually shop at Sons.
Remington: I used to shop there, but I find the food at Whole Foods to be a lot better.
Camala: What's the problem with Sons?
Remington: Th... | Remington tells Camala Whole Foods has fresher and more organic food than that of Sons. Camala will try Whole Foods sometime. |
train_7253 | Boyd: I'm ready to settle the bill.
Elga: I hope you enjoyed your stay.
Boyd: Definitely! Very relaxing.
Elga: Good. Right, that comes to $ 1, 500.
Boyd: What? I only stayed three nights.
Elga: That's right, sir. Three nights at 500 dollars a night. . . that comes to $ 1, 500.
Boyd: But your brochure said that this was... | Boyd thinks the hotel is overcharging him. Elga explains the price Boyd claims is based on double occupancy, but Boyd still asks for the manager. |
train_7254 | Jason: Hi, are you Catherine?
Catherine: Yes, Jason, right? Nice to meet you. Welcome to Taiwan.
Jason: Thanks, good to meet you, too.
Catherine: You had a long flight, you must be tired.
Jason: Yes, and the food was horrible!
Catherine: Oh, sorry to hear that. But, don worry! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat. ... | Catherine welcomes Jason who comes to Taiwan after a long flight. |
train_7255 | Tiena: I think the government needs a radical plan to improve things. The government just talks, but in the long run, nothing is done to improve the economy.
Deni: That's right. They always talk about a need for new, progressive tactics, but they haven't done anything to stimulate new jobs.
Tiena: Well, income taxes we... | Tiena and Deni are complaining about the government's incompetence in improving the economy. Tiena thinks they need new leaders. |
train_7256 | Tom: Tom, I married Julia last month. Have you already known it?
Dorrie: No, I haven't. I'm so surprised at the news.
Tom: Indeed, we got married too soon.
Dorrie: Congratulations. But have you heard the proverb that if one gets married too hurriedly one may regret it for a long time?
Tom: Yes. However, I believe that ... | Tom married Julia because he believes their marriage comes by destiny. Tom is surprised but thinks they're a well-matched couple. |
train_7257 | Mary: Oh my God! I can't find my first period American literature class.
Brad: You look lost. Can I help you?
Mary: Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom?
Brad: Yeah. I'm Brad.
Mary: I'm Mary. I can't find my American literature class.
Brad: What room is it?
Mary: It's 112.
Brad: It's on the first f... | Brad helps Mary find her American literature class. |
train_7258 | Wesley: Oh, what a beautiful garden!
Jean-Marc: These are my roses. The roses have been in flower for a week.
Wesley: The garden looks lovely when the roses are in bloom. You must have a lot of pleasure in planting flowers.
Jean-Marc: Yes, you are right. I love flowers and hence have taken to growing them. I take care ... | Wesley praises Jean-Marc's garden. Jean-Marc has a lot of pleasure in planting flowers and offers to help Wesley learn more about the nature of flowers |
train_7259 | Kelsy: So Emily, do you still want to see a movie together this weekend?
Emily: Well, what do you want to see? I don't think there are many good movies out right now.
Kelsy: Mmmm. . . I know! We can go to a really bad sci-fi movie and sit in the back of the theater and make fun of it. What do you think?
Emily: Now that... | Kelsy invites Emily to go to a really bad sci-fi movie and make fun of it. |
train_7260 | Genevieve: What a wonderful game!
Ignacio: Yes, the weather is wonderful, the game is wonderful and the players are wonderful.
Genevieve: I think John is the best player on the field.
Ignacio: He certainly is. He is the Peckham in our collage.
Genevieve: Maybe he shouldn't come to collage, he should become a football s... | Genevieve and Ignacio talk about a wonderful football game and a player named John. |
train_7261 | Ben: Woo hoo! This just might be the start of the rest of my life!
Elayne: What happened?
Ben: I'm in the market for a job! I went on a website with hundreds of job listings in the area and browsed through them until I got the names of a few employers I would like to work for. I have the resume I wrote for English clas... | Ben is in the job market and he's confident about himself. Elayne reminds him that they are only fifteen. Ben tells Elayne he is looking for a position as a gas station attendant for money. |
train_7262 | Chaddie: I really enjoyed that film! What about you?
Tabb: So did I. At first, I thought it was going to be boring, but then it turned to be good.
Chaddie: What part of the film do you like best?
Tabb: Well, the scene of the hero's struggle with enemies impressed me the most.
Chaddie: I loved it, too. To tell you the t... | Chaddie and Tabb both enjoyed the film and dropped tears. They agree that the film deserves the Oscar Award. |
train_7263 | Donetta: Mr. Smith, I have been doing some industry research and was shocked to learn that the average salary for a position that is similar to mine pays on average $ 2, 000 more per year than I am c
Mr. Smith: What are you basing this information on?
Donetta: First and secondary research. I hope that you can address t... | Donetta finds Donetta's salary is lower than the average salary, so Donetta asks for a pay raise. Mr. Smith promises to take this up with the Director. |
train_7264 | Bridgett: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
Bill: Good morning. I'd like to pay my bill.
Bridgett: OK. In cash or by credit?
Bill: In cash. How much is the total charge?
Bridgett: Five hundred and thirty yuan altogether including charges for service.
Bill: Here you are. Thanks for your wonderful service.
Bridgett: Not... | Bill pays his bill in cash with Bridgett's assistance. |
train_7265 | Woody: I came in response to your advertisement for a salesperson.
Weidar: OK, please be seated. May I have your name, please?
Woody: My name is Woody.
Weidar: OK, Woody. Why are you interested in this job?
Woody: Because I admire your company. Yours is one of the most effective and respectable companies in this city.
... | Woody comes in response to Woody's advertisement for a salesperson. Woody's impressed by his work experience, but Weidar has 3 other people to interview before the final decision. |
train_7266 | Katuscha: You should save some money on parking here.
Alfie: Yeah, I don't have to pay for a space on the street.
Katuscha: Really? How long did it take you to find a spot yesterday?
Alfie: Well, last night it took me half an hour to find a spot when I came home from work.
Katuscha: You get home late, don't you?
Alfie:... | Katuscha tells Alfie Katuscha saves money by parking on the street though it's hard to find a spot. |
train_7267 | Andonis: You'd like coffee, wouldn't you?
Marlon: I think I'd rather have tea this morning.
Andonis: What else are you going to have?
Marlon: Just an English muffin. What are you going to have?
Andonis: That sounds good. I'm going to order the same thing. | Marlon will have tea and an English muffin. Andonis wants the same. |
train_7268 | Angie: What do you think?
Godart: It looks great.
Angie: I would like to purchase it.
Godart: Will this be cash or charge?
Angie: Here, take my credit card.
Godart: Just sign here, please.
Angie: Sure. Here you go.
Godart: Here's your receipt. Have a nice day. | Angie purchases something from Godart by credit card. |
train_7269 | Kary: Has the train come yet?
Alia: No, I ' Ve been waiting for ages.
Kary: It's so unreliable. I'Ve been late for my meetings all this week.
Alia: Yes, me too. I think I'Ve lost some important clients recently because of this train!
Kary: Yes, my customers have started to complain too!
Alia: Oh look! Here it comes now... | Kary and Alia are waiting for the train and complain about its lateness. |
train_7270 | Ignacius: Is this the foreign exchange department?
Olimpia: Yes, can I help you?
Ignacius: I need some US Dollars.
Olimpia: What kind of currency have you got?
Ignacius: RIB. By the way, what is the exchange rate today?
Olimpia: One US Dollars in cash is equivalent t0 7. 9 Yuan.
Ignacius: And I want to change 4000 Yuan... | Olimpia helps Ignacius change 4000 yuan to US dollars. |
train_7271 | Ainslee: Hello, you seem a little lost. Can I help you?
Harold: I've got a Remittance Advice and I'd like to cash it.
Ainslee: I can do that for you. Could I see the Remittance slip?
Harold: Here you are. I'm here on business and this is from my boss, it's for my expenses so I need cash.
Ainslee: That's no problem. The... | Harold wants to cash a Remittance Advice. Ainslee serves Harold and asks for some identification. |
train_7272 | Adey: What's your expected salary?
Sylvia: I expect to be paid according to my abilities.
Adey: How do you feel about an annual salary of 100, 000 Yuan plus bonus.
Sylvia: That's a little less than I expected. But to me, the most important thing is the job and the people I will work with. Moreover, I am sure I will get... | Sylvia talks about Sylvia's salary expectation and probation with Adey. |
train_7273 | Berget: You would be using mainly English in this job. Do you think you can make yourself understood in English with ease?
Clemmie: Yes, I think I speak English quite fluently. I've often explained historical places in Xi'an to foreign tourists in English. They say my English is quite good.
Berget: How many years have ... | Clemmie tells Berget Clemmie can speak English quite fluently and proves it by showing Clemmie's experience. |
train_7274 | Wandis: Thank you for bringing me here Hong, this place looks great!
Hong: You're welcome. Would you like some cold dishes?
Wandis: Let me see. How about the lotus root?
Hong: Ok, and anything to drink? Maybe some jasmine tea?
Wandis: Oh, yes that would be nice.
Hong: And for your main course? I can recommend the sizzl... | Hong brings Wandis to a great place. Wandis orders lotus root, jasmine tea, and bean curd. |
train_7275 | Mattie: Ouch! I'm hurt.
Kelsey: Are you all right?
Mattie: Yes. I'm OK. I just had a tumble. No big deal.
Kelsey: Good. You scared me.
Mattie: Sorry. Can you please help me up! I have trouble standing up by myself with the skis on.
Kelsey: Sure. Is this your first time skiing?
Mattie: Yes. I tried skiing on grass befor... | Mattie had a tumble and has trouble standing up with the skis on. Kelsey helps Mattie up. |
train_7276 | Cammy: What can I do for you?
Adorne: I am coming to inquire about the information of the company. When was this company established?
Cammy: Well, this company can be dated back to 1893, so it has a hundred years of history.
Adorne: Really? That is amazing. | Adorne tells Cammy the company was established in 1893. |
train_7277 | Jane: Hello, Mr. Mayhew. How are you today?
Mr. Mayhew: I'm just fine, thanks, Jane. I'd like to make a withdrawal from my Current Account, please.
Jane: Would you like a balance inquiry first, Mr. Mayhew?
Mr. Mayhew: That might be a good idea, yes.
Jane: Your balance is 21, 290 RIB. How much would you like to take out... | Jane tells Mr. Mayhew his balance is 21,290 RMB, helps him to withdraw 2,000 RMB, and suggests a new service for him. |
train_7278 | Maury: You are going to work as my office secretary from next Monday. Right now I want to show you the rules of our company.
Darin: Thank you for your instruction. I really need to know the rules before I play the game, so I can know more about our company.
Maury: The working hours are from 9:00 to 11:30 in the morning... | Maury tells Darin who will work as Maury's office secretary from next Mondy about the rules of their company. |
train_7279 | Mr. Chen: Good afternoon.
Jones: Hello. This is Jones. I'd like to speak to Mr. Chen.
Mr. Chen: Speaking.
Jones: I'd like to discuss the new order with you. Would you like to have lunch together at Garden Hotel next Tuesday?
Mr. Chen: Let me check my diary. Er. I'm afraid I can't make Tuesday. I've got to go to Beijing... | Jones wants to discuss the new order with Mr. Chen. They make an appointment for next Friday at 12 at Garden Hotel. |
train_7280 | Mindy: Is supper ready? I'm hungry.
Rosene: Almost ready. Could you set the table?
Mindy: Ok. What are we having?
Rosene: We'll have fruit salad to start and then the roast beef.
Mindy: I'll have my beef well-done, please. By the way, don't we have soup tonight?
Rosene: I didn't prepare it, but if you want, I can cook ... | Rosene has prepared fruit salad and roast beef for supper, but Mindy would also like to have onion soup. |
train_7281 | Bill: Hello, Mary. Why are you standing here in the cold wind?
Mary: I'm waiting for a bus, but the buses are very full at this time of the day.
Bill: Where are you going? This isn't your way home. You must take a bus from the other side of the street to go home.
Mary: I'm not going home now. I'm going for a walk in th... | Mary is waiting for a bus to go for a walk in the park but the buses are very full. Bill advises her to walk but Mary thinks walking is boring. |
train_7282 | Davidson: Good morning, can I help you?
Katinka: Yes, please. I'd like to cash two traveler's cheques.
Davidson: Could you sign your name here please?
Katinka: Sure.
Davidson: Thank you. How would you like your money?
Katinka: In hundreds and fifties, please.
Davidson: Ok. It's 1,660 yuan, here you are.
Katinka: Thanks... | Davidson helps Katinka to cash two traveler's cheques to 1,660 yuan in hundreds and fifties. |
train_7283 | Mr. White: Good morning, Mr. White. I wonder if you could spare a few minutes. I'd like to ask you a few questions.
Jada: Well, I can spare you a few minutes, but I'm very busy preparing for our exhibition, you know.
Mr. White: Just a few questions. Where is it going to be held?
Jada: It's going to be held in the art g... | Mr. White requests Mr. White to spare some a few minutes to be interviewed about the exhibition to be held. |
train_7284 | Tobe: I like that picture you put up on the wall yesterday.
Conrad: Oh, thank you. It's a photograph that I took on my vacation last year.
Tobe: You took it yourself? I didn't know you were a photographer.
Conrad: Oh, yes, I've been taking pictures for years.
Tobe: It sounds interesting. Do you have any more of your pi... | Tobe is surprised to know that Conrad was a photographer. Conrad shows Tobe the pictures taken by Conrad and tells Tobe about Conrad's equipment. |
train_7285 | Rudyard: When did you leave for Beijing last Sunday?
Dorette: Oh, I planned to take the 8:50 train. But the manager phoned me at about 8:15 and asked me to deal with something urgent. When I finished it, it was already 9:50.
Rudyard: So you had to take the 10:30 train. Right?
Dorette: Yes. But when I hurried to the rai... | Dorette tells Rudyard Dorette hurried to catch the train to Beijing, only to find the train was delayed. |
train_7286 | Mel: Have you planned your holiday?
Del: Well, I intend to go to Boston, but my wife insists on visiting the National Park and my son Tom wants to go to the beach. I think both my wife and I will give up our ideas to please Tom. | Del tells Mel Del's holiday plan. |
train_7287 | Jacquenette: Somebody once said that good communication can solve any problem. Do you agree with this?
Celestine: I think that good communication can solve a lot of problems, and improve many a situation. I worked in some seemingly impossible situations, and saw people change dramatically all because they started commu... | Celestine's being interviewed by Jacquenette about good communication. Celestine thinks good communication can solve a lot of problems but not all. Celestine has difficulty working with a large group because Celestine is a person who likes to be decisive and to act. |
train_7288 | Lucy: Hello, Lucy speaking.
Jack: Hi, Lucy. This is Jack. Are you still going to the health club?
Lucy: Yes, why?
Jack: Well, I went to the hospital yesterday, and my doctor suggested I do more exercise.
Lucy: I see. Why not join the club I'm going to.
Jack: Is it good?
Lucy: Sure. Wonderful equipment, nice people, and... | Jack's doctor suggested he do more exercise. Lucy invites him to join the health club and tells him some information about it. They'll go there together tonight. |
train_7289 | Donn: Is this blue too bright for me?
Leigh: Mmm-hmm. It is a very bright blue. Try this. It's size ten.
Donn: But 1 wear size eleven.
Leigh: How about black? It's size eleven.
Donn: Let me try it on. I'm taking too much of your time.
Leigh: It's seven o'clock. Where's my friend Jack? I was expecting him here at six fo... | Donn is trying on clothes in Leigh's company while waiting for Leigh's friend Jack. |
train_7290 | Madam: Waiter! I'd like to speak to the manager please... immediately if possible.
Waiter: Is anything wrong, Madam?
Madam: I'm afraid there is. The service here has been terrible. We had to wait twenty minutes for a glass of mineral water.
Waiter: I see. Well I'm sorry to hear that. The trouble is that we're a bit sor... | Madam wants to speak to the manager to complain about the service. Waiter explains that they are short of hands but Madam will not buy it. Waiter promises to pass on her complaints to the manager. |
train_7291 | Jessie: I can't believe Mr. Fro didn't buy it. Who does that guy think he is anyway? Bill Gates?
Barista: He had a lot of nerve telling us our ads sucked. He was not satisfied with them.
Jessie: Time to order. Barista, today I want a skinny triple latte.
Barista: When did you start worrying about your weight?
Jessie... | Jessie can't believe Mr. Fro wasn't satisfied with their ad ideas. Jessie wants to order a skinny triple latte and Barista doesn't think Jessie is fat. |
train_7292 | Ailey: Do you know that working overtime in some companies is a regular thing?
Sherie: How regular?
Ailey: An average ten hours or more a day according to a survey, the worst thing is that the employees get no pay for that.
Sherie: You are kidding me? It is against the labor law. They should be aware of their rights... | Ailey tells Sherie that working overtime in some companies is a regular thing. Sherie doesn't think it's right. |
train_7293 | Angie: My disposable contact lenses. They're great for camping!
Forrester: Cool! Each contact comes in its own saline solution?
Angie: Yep. They're prescription contacts with UV protection.
Forrester: Wow! How high-class. . . a new pair for each day. . .
Angie: You just pop'em in in the morning, take them out at ni... | Angie is near-sighted and uses disposable contact lenses. Forrester thinks it's cool and high-class. |
train_7294 | Rora: Have you seen my coat? I am going to have to go down to the shop for more bread.
Anja: Why?
Rora: I'm not sure what happened. I made some sandwiches earlier and left them on the table when I went to answer the phone. But someone must have taken them, because they're gone.
Anja: Oh, it must have been dad. I'm sure... | Rora wants to buy some bread because Rora can't find the sandwiches Rora made earlier. Anja finds them on the bottom shelf of the fridge. |
train_7295 | Bill: Hey, Bill. I hear they're going to send you to Germany for the new project.
Jacquetta: Boy, news travels fast around here. I only got the orders a couple of hours ago. Rachel doesn't even know.
Bill: Oh, no? So what are you waiting for? When do you plan to tell her?
Jacquetta: Well, she's at work at the moment. S... | Bill hears Bill will be sent to Germany for the new project. Bill was posted there before and tells Bill about the life there. Bill hasn't told Rachel yet and he's considering taking the family with him. |
train_7296 | Hillel: Excuse me.
Quintina: Hello sir, may I help you?
Hillel: Yes. Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please?
Quintina: Sure. Here it is.
Hillel: How much does it cost?
Quintina: 50 dollars.
Hillel: 50 dollars. That's too much.
Quintina: How about this one? It's on sale for only 35 dollars.
Hillel: I don't like ... | Quintina helps Hillel choose T-shirts and Hillel buys three in different colors. |
train_7297 | Kendrick: What qualities do you think a senior executive should possess?
Shamit: Generally speaking, he needs creativity, the ability to communicate, sense of personal responsibilities, the ability to solve problems and so on.
Kendrick: Do you have all these qualities?
Shamit: Yes, I have all of them. I am totally comp... | Shamit tells Kendrick that Shamit has all of the qualities of a senior executive. |
train_7298 | Winn: I was surprised to see how few people you have on-site. You provide a wide range of goods and services but have a very small workforce.
Melvyn: It depends on the time of year. At peak times we hire in casual workers to help with packing and dispatch. We also contract out certain services all year round, for examp... | Melvyn tells Winn that the on-site workforce depends on the time of year and certain services. |
train_7299 | Lorene: What is this? I didn't order that.
Fabio: I'm terribly sorry. May I have your order again? I'll get it right away.
Lorene: I've ordered savory pork and coleslaw.
Fabio: I'm sorry. I must have made a mistake. I'll bring them for you at once.
Lorene: Hey! What is this?
Fabio: Pardon me, Miss. But didn't you order... | Fabio serves Lorene the wrong food twice. Lorene wants a refund but Fabio can only let her order something else. |
train_7300 | Alex: Hi, Mark! Long time no see!
Mark: Hi, Alex!
Alex: Where have you been?
Mark: I just got back from London.
Alex: How was your flight?
Mark: It was OK. There was a lot of turbulence, though.
Alex: That's too bad. How long was the flight?
Mark: It was 10 hours.
Alex: Did you have a layover?
Mark: Yes, in Paris, Fran... | Mark just flew back from London and he bought Alex a box of chocolate from the duty-free store. |
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